Britain Exports IDEAS IN MOTORING (Aug, 1950)

Britain Exports IDEAS IN MOTORING

British auto engineers, seeking foreign buyers, have come up with some novel ideas in cars and busses. Above is a piggyback bus which gives passengers on the upper deck a complete view of the countryside. Luxurious interior furnishings cater to the passenger. Britain hopes to export the twin-deck bus

Right, the Silverstone is a sports car with racing-car lines. An extra-wide chassis keeps the car stable even at high speeds. Racing models of this car have won many victories in Europe. Note the exposed front-wheel suspension system and headlights

Below, the luxurious Aston Martin sports sedan has a long, curved hood. Its seats are covered with white leather. A four-cylinder engine powers the car. The Aston Martin, originally a racing car, has held European records for many years. This passenger model retains much of the racer’s speed